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Healthcare & Assisted Living
1 - 12 weeks
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Age 18 - 50+
Brilliant 4.7
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Verified by Volunteer World
Excellent response rate
Brilliant 4.7 ·
·
Verified by Volunteer World
·
1 - 12 weeks
·
Age 18 - 50+
·
Excellent response rate
Highlights
- Help those who are often stigmatised in society
- Work in specialised living facilities
- Help care for patients
- Help with activities and day to day care
- Help those who are often stigmatised in society
- Work in specialised living facilities
- Help care for patients
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Especially good for
Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Groups
50+
About the program
Work in local assisted living centres, and other healthcare facilities, such as with the disabled, elderly, special needs or with children with HIV.
Our healthcare program in Costa Rica is aimed at those who are still studying in a medical field and allows you to gain some hands-on and practical experience whilst giving back to often stigmatised populations, such as those with special needs or the elderly. You will work in assisted living ...
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Typical day
Sunday – Arrival / Welcome and Home Stay Introduction
Monday – Orientation day
Tuesday to Friday
Here is a rough guide on what to expect:
- Breakfast at the accommodation
- 3-4 hours of volunteer work either in the morning or afternoon
- Your own lunch at the accommodation or project site
- Free time
- Dinner at ...
Free-time activities
San Jose
San Jose is the capital city and has plenty to do from city tours, watching a show at the theatre, markets, museums, parks, and city walking tours. You can also take day trips to mountains, volcanoes and the beach.
Arenal Volcano
Situated about 90 km northwest of San Jose is Arenal volcano, ...
Requirements
What's Included
What's NOT included?
Details on arrival
Program starts every Monday. Arrivals on Sat/ Sun. If arriving on Sat, an extra night is charged.
Availability
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Program fees
1 week (min. stay)
932€
2 weeks
1,271€
3 weeks
1,610€
4 weeks
1,924€
8 weeks
3,022€
12 weeks (max. stay)
4,104€
Average fees
636€/week
Meet your organization
Involvement Volunteers IVI
Brilliant 4.7
(204 reviews)
Non-profit - founded in 1989
Verified by Volunteer World
Excellent response rate
Coordinated by
Lauren
Spoken languages: English
About the project
IVI are a non profit org with 28 years experience providing responsible volunteer placements in 15 countries worldwide. We help you connect with inspiring opportunities
204 reviews · 4.7
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